Staff Weekend Lookbook: Alexandra's Casual Summer Pose Off- Comment to Win!

Posted by Alexandra C. | Monday June 18, 2012140 comments


This week, we're doing something a little different in our pose off. We were inspired by the gorgeous summer weather we've been having and the fabulous fashion we've been seeing in the stores. To show off some of our personal style and fashion inspiration, we thought it would be fun to create our personal summer lookbooks. First up, I put together a casual, summer weekend lookbook with outfits I'm loving wearing lately. 

Friday Night: Outfit #1 

Friday night was fro-yo night with a good friend. I have a serious addiction to Menchie's frozen yogurt so of course, that's where we headed. We did some book shopping and of course, hit up the Zara and H&M nearby. I wanted to go with something comfortable because we would be walking but still stylish since we'd be downtown. 


So, I realise that my pants are kind of ridiculous and crazy but I can't help loving them. And yes, they are pants, not a maxi skirt! I found them at Winners and they feel ridiculously good on. It's almost like wearing PJ pants. On top, I have a semi sheer top from Old Navy in a charcoal grey. It's a trendy but basic piece, good for pairing with a print like this. I also have with me a thrifted 70's inspired woven bag (that I stole from my mom!). I think it goes with the whole boho vibe of my printed pants. 

Saturday: Outfit #2 

On Saturday, I hit up the Wine and Spirit Festival at Sugar Beach in Toronto. I wanted something easy, breezy and stress-free since I would be in the sun all day and walking in the sand.


I'm wearing my coral shorts, which you also saw in my beachwear pose off. I paired it with a sleeveless floral and sheer blouse, both from H&M. I paired it with a thrifted straw handbag and my favourite TOMS sunglasses. Because it can get a bit chilly near the water, I brought my Forever 21 basic cardi in a rusty, orange colour.

Sunday: Outfit #3 

Sunday is always a lazy day for me. I like to wear easy pieces, but I don't want to compromise on cuteness. I don't want to wear anything fussy, but at the same time, I want something I can walk to Starbucks or the grocery store in.


Here I am wearing one of my current favourite tops. Just a simple, inexpensive tank from H&M but in a fluorescent pink colour that I love. I'm wearing it with a floral thrifted skirt with these great slits on the side. It's amazing to wear on a hot day with a light breeze. I put it with my go to, thrifted (and slightly beat up) black envelope clutch and my Winners wedge sandals (also from the beachwear pose off).

So, let me know if you have a favourite piece or outfit from my lookbook (and you can even tell me that you think I am bananas for wearing those pants). Or, just leave me a comment letting me now what go to summer item you have in your closet! Comment by June 24th and you could win!
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on June 20, 2012  mrssmurf251  205 said:

Outfit 3 is my FAVE!!! But my go-to item is my flip-flops. I NEED them. Can't go anywhere without them!! :o)

on June 20, 2012  cuteraccoon  845 said:

outfit #2

on June 20, 2012  jaimets  174 said:


Out fit #3 is best and I agree the purse needs to go, might be better with like a clutch instead.

on June 20, 2012  KaylaMM  394 said:

I like outfit #3 the best, its more fun and flirty, the others dont look like they were put together that well plus the blue nail polish matches #3 better.

on June 20, 2012  flower  4,433 said:


I like the pink tank in #3

on June 20, 2012  Devin Kalisz said:

Ourfit number two for sure. She looks adorable classic trendy but most importantly all pulled together !

on June 20, 2012  danagabriela  996 said:

Outfit number three: I love the pink/blue combo, and especially the matching nails!

on June 20, 2012  oh_tiara  554 said:

Love Saturday! It looks so casual, but fashionable, and comfortable. Thats how I want to look and feel on my Saturdays!!

on June 20, 2012  prettyrainbow  21,020 said:


I think outfit #1 looks great on you.

on June 20, 2012  no1-mom  1,031 said:

Outfit #1 works the best. Boho and of hippie.
Outfit #2 doesn't work for me because the shoes and shorts aren't working for me. I know this is a great downtown look though so keep it. Works for the younger set not we 40 ers.
Outfit #3 the skirt and the polish goes but the tank is a big no-no. Try a button down tied at waist. Jacob is offering a really pretty one in pink.
Hope iwasn't too critical I don't mean to be harsh or personal. Just a thought!

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